On the first day of August, the Google Playa distribution platform for applications and games for Android devices, announced the opening of the second edition of the Indie Games Fund. The investment fund aims to support the development of high-quality independent games.
Ten developers and studios will be selected to receive a budget of up to two hundred thousand, in addition to technical support, training and specialized monitoring.
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The initiative aims to foster growth and diversity in the Android gaming market, offering opportunities to independent creators, who often find it difficult to finance their projects and achieve success in the competitive gaming scene. mobile games.
Those interested in participating in the Indie Games Fund must submit their proposals for analysis, and the selection of the ten projects will be carried out by a panel of experts from the games industry.
Criteria such as originality, innovation, gameplay quality, among other aspects relevant to the player experience will be taken into consideration.
In addition to funding of up to $200,000, selected developers and studios will also receive access to a range of resources to help them successfully perfect and launch their games. Technical support will include guidance on elements such as design, programming, art and audio, while training will cover relevant topics.
Another benefit offered is personalized support throughout the game creation and launch process. This includes constant feedback from Google Play experts, with the aim of improving the player experience and maximizing the game’s potential for success in the market.
The initiative is part of a broader effort to serve the market applications and Android games. According to Google Play’s 2022 economic impact report, the platform has generated R$4 billion in revenue for developers to date.
